There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure. – Colin Powell

Recently i am keen on researching about all the food that we are eating. The first thing that came across my mind was the food pyramid that proposed by some authorities. I have found something very interesting from the two food pyramids below:

Department of Nutrition, Harvard School of Public Health

Health Promotion Board Singapore

The first pyramid is from Harvard School of Public Health whereas the other one is from Singapore Health Promotion Board. One very big contrast is that the location of white rice in the pyramid. Harvard School put it at the tip of pyramid while Singapore Health Promotion Board places it at the bottom of the pyramid. Well, some people may argue that the research of Harvard school was done based on US people so Asian actually need more rice. Personally i do not think so as balance diet for human being shouldn’t have such a big contrast.

Argument give by Harvard School is Easily digested carbohydrates from white bread, white rice, pastries, sugared sodas, and other highly processed foods may, indeed, contribute to weight gain and interfere with weight loss. Whole grains, beans, fruits, vegetables, and other sources of intact carbohydrates do just the opposite—they promote good health. That is the reason why they promote whole grain instead of fined grain. While i can’t find any argument regarding to this from Singapore Health Promotion Board.

So, does anyone have any idea about this issue? I welcome all the comments and suggestion. Let’s pursue balance diet and hence lead a healthy lifestyle. Thank you! 🙂

jh’s thought

I am writing about my thoughts and i welcome anyone who drop by here could give some comments so that we will have a fruitful discussion. The ultimate motive is that we can learn together no matter in doing business, in maintaining health, in communicating with people or nuturing good mindset.